San Fran--you are only 2 days away!

Hello All!
I am prepping for my big trip to San Francisco for our National Stella & Dot Convention. As I am in 105 degree weather, the sound of a breezy 62F sounds just lovely! This Alabama girl will be quite happy come Thursday. I have of course been excited for a while about my trip but today my excitement went to a whole new level. S&D released some sneak peek images of what's to come with our Fall 2012 collection and it looks AMAZING! I must say I was getting ready for some new bracelets in my life and the preview of these makes me smile (I am already planning outfits around them). Check out the sneak peak collection video for some behind the scenes fun HERE

It looks like color is here to stay for fall--woo hoo!! What trend are you looking forward to trying this fall? When I get back I will be sure to fill you in on all the upcoming trends and style tips we learn. The collection is available Saturday for you to shop so be sure to visit my site to see the full collection--click HERE and if you can't wait that long for some good shopping check out the SALE tab for great finds with an extra 20% off through 7.4.
Happy 4th!
xoxo
Ashley

Wanted: Vacation

I NEED A VACATION!

I don't know about you but this girl needs a vaca. Visions of tropical lands, drinks with umbrellas and sitting pool side dance in my head! Well, Stella & Dot is paying my way towards a beautiful trip to Atlantis Paradise Island!

If you have never been check it out this little video about the resort. http://youtu.be/YEbVZF4XwDI

The best part is the top prize is a trip for 2 to the resort all expenses paid so I will be able to say to my husband "no worries it's on me!" HOW COOL!? He has been so supportive of this journey and I want to treat him too.

So you might be wondering why I am telling you this--well its because if you need a vacation you can be earning it too! We JUST started the contest period so literally from your day 1 of being a stylist you will be earning your way to Atlantis along with earning amazing exclusive jewelry designs just for us stylists. Basically while you are at trunk shows styling away you are not only earning commissions but taking steps towards going to the Bahamas for FREE!

I definitely want to at least earn the trip for 1 and push for the trip for 2--if you see me ask how I am doing!

Stella & Dot is close to reaching $100 million dollars paid out commissions to stylists, plus we have created 12,000 jobs all over the globe. WE ARE HIRING! Whether you are looking for a part-time income to supplment monthly expenses, some extra cash you can spend however you want, or a new full time career I encourage you to explore Stella & Dot. It is an easy, inexpensive start up in which you will profitable quickly(I was profitable in about 3 weeks), and we provide you with all the training and resources to be successful. As your business coach I will be there every step of the way guiding you on your business plan path. Again, all the while you will be earning a free vacation--can you say pina colada? :)

Read more on my website www.stelladot.com/astork and then let's talk! I can help answer questions, address concerns you may have and then we can create your plan so we are on that beach together!!

How to wear and style colored jeans

I am loving the color jeans trend right now--aren't you? My personal favorites of these on trend item are royal blue, red and any pastel color. Royal blue while on trend will act as a neutral, red will make you stand out and of course are perfect for cold bama games(roll tide) and pastel colors are the colors for spring--I would love a mint pair myself! I wanted to share with you how I would style a pair for a dressier weekend look. I got a white blazer for Christmas and was searching for some inspiration of how to style it and I think color jeans are a great way to pair the two. Keep your shirt underneath casual--a tee shirt or tank top. I finished my look with one of my favorite Stella & Dot necklaces--Serenity Necklace. She has all the colors of the season without being too trendy. I finished the look with gold bangles, a simple gold stud and my most favorite bag ever, the Waverly 3-Way Bag. I am also dying over these Marc Jacobs shoes. I did lots of research last night on colored jeans here are my favorites: www.whitehouseblackmarket.com, www.gap.com, www.piperlime.com, www.express.com are just a few. Also checkout your local boutiques for some great choices too.

How are you rocking the color jean trend??

Building your wardrobe

Happy Sunday!
So I have been asked several times what are the key pieces in a jewelry wardrobe. I have taken it one step further and created a must haves wardrobe list. Take this list and evaluate your closet: do you have these items? what are you lacking? Invest in these always classic, chic, and stylish pieces and then you will be able to mix and match trendy items in easily.

Footwear

Ballet flats                       

Flat Sandals

Wedge sandals

Nude Pumps

Black Pumps

Riding Boot

Heeled Boot

Accessories

Silk Scarf

Shawl

Oversized Sunglasses

Straw Hat

Opaque tights

Leather handbag

Evening clutch

Colored Skinny Belt

Wide Leather Belt

Black & White Bikini

Baubles

Everyday Delicates

Gold Studs

Silver Studs

Colorful Statement Necklace

Silver and/or Gold Statement Necklace

Large Cocktail Ring

Watch

Pearl Studs

 Tops

Cashmere V-neck Sweater

Cashmere Cardigan

Long Sleeved Tee

Tunic

Silk Blouse

Long Wrap Sweater

Dressy Tank

Silk Cami

Pants

Jeans

Black Cigarette Pants

Black Dress Pant

White Pant

Skirts & Dresses

LBD

Fun sundress

Shirt Dress

A-line skirt

Wool Pencil Skirt

Cotton Mini

Outerwear

Trench Coat

Wool Coat

Neutral Blazer

Also view my youtube video on how to build your jewelry wardrobe: www.youtube.com/ashleystork 

Happy Styling!

xoxo

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